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1 Material Safety Data Sheet NFPA HMIS Personal Protective Equipment 2 Health Hazard Fire Hazard 2 See Section 15. Section 1. Chemical Product and Company Identification Common Name/ Trade Name Manufacturer Commercial Name(s) Synonym Chemical Name Sodium Tetrathionate Dihydrate SPECTRUM LABORATORY PRODUCTS INC S. SAN PEDRO STREET GARDENA, CA 9248 Tetrathionic Acid, disodium salt, dihydrate; Disodium tetrathionate dihydrate; Tetrathionate sodium dihydrate Sodium Tetrathionate Dihydrate Catalog Number(s). CAS# RTECS TSCA CI# S XF647 IN CASE OF EMERGENCY CHEMTREC (24hr) Page Number: 1 TSCA 8(b) inventory: No products were found. Chemical Family Chemical Formula Supplier Na-S4-O6.2H2O SPECTRUM LABORATORY PRODUCTS INC S. SAN PEDRO STREET GARDENA, CA 9248 CALL (31) Section 2.Composition and Information on Ingredients Name CAS # Exposure Limits TWA (mg/m 3 ) STEL (mg/m 3 ) CEIL (mg/m 3 ) % by Weight 1) Sodium Tetrathionate Dihydrate Toxicological Data on Ingredients Sodium Tetrathionate Dihydrate LD5: LC5: Section 3. Hazards Identification Potential Acute Health Effects Hazardous in case of skin contact (irritant), of eye contact (irritant), of ingestion, of inhalation (lung irritant). Potential Chronic Health Effects CARCINOGENIC EFFECTS: MUTAGENIC EFFECTS: TERATOGENIC EFFECTS: DEVELOPMENTAL TOXICITY: The substance may be toxic to Urinary System. Repeated or prolonged exposure to the substance can produce target organs damage.

2 Sodium Tetrathionate Dihydrate Page Number: 2 Section 4. First Aid Measures Eye Contact Skin Contact Serious Skin Contact Inhalation Serious Inhalation Check for and remove any contact lenses. In case of contact, immediately flush eyes with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes. Get medical attention. In case of contact, immediately flush skin with plenty of water. Cover the irritated skin with an emollient. Remove contaminated clothing and shoes. Wash clothing before reuse. Thoroughly clean shoes before reuse. Get medical attention. Wash with a disinfectant soap and cover the contaminated skin with an anti-bacterial cream. Seek medical attention. If inhaled, remove to fresh air. If not breathing, give artificial respiration. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen. Get medical attention. Ingestion Serious Ingestion Do NOT induce vomiting unless directed to do so by medical personnel. Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person. If large quantities of this material are swallowed, call a physician immediately. Loosen tight clothing such as a collar, tie, belt or waistband. Section 5. Fire and Explosion Data Flammability of the Product Auto-Ignition Temperature Flash Points Flammable Limits Products of Combustion Fire Hazards in Presence of Various Substances Non-flammable. Explosion Hazards in Presence of Various Substances Risks of explosion of the product in presence of mechanical impact: Risks of explosion of the product in presence of static discharge: Fire Fighting Media and Instructions Fire Hazards Explosion Hazards Section 6. Accidental Release Measures Small Spill Large Spill Use appropriate tools to put the spilled solid in a convenient waste disposal container. Finish cleaning by spreading water on the contaminated surface and dispose of according to local and regional authority requirements. Use a shovel to put the material into a convenient waste disposal container. Finish cleaning by spreading water on the contaminated surface and allow to evacuate through the sanitary system.

3 Sodium Tetrathionate Dihydrate Page Number: 3 Section 7. Handling and Storage Precautions Storage Do not breathe dust. Wear suitable protective clothing. In case of insufficient ventilation, wear suitable respiratory equipment. If you feel unwell, seek medical attention and show the label when possible. Avoid contact with skin and eyes. Keep away from incompatibles such as acids. Keep container tightly closed. Keep container in a cool, well-ventilated area. Refrigerate. Do not store above 8 C (46.4 F). Section 8. Exposure Controls/Personal Protection Engineering Controls Personal Protection Personal Protection in Case of a Large Spill Exposure Limits Use process enclosures, local exhaust ventilation, or other engineering controls to keep airborne levels below recommended exposure limits. If user operations generate dust, fume or mist, use ventilation to keep exposure to airborne contaminants below the exposure limit. Splash goggles. Lab coat. Dust respirator. Be sure to use an approved/certified respirator or equivalent. Gloves. Splash goggles. Full suit. Dust respirator. Boots. Gloves. A self contained breathing apparatus should be used to avoid inhalation of the product. Suggested protective clothing might not be sufficient; consult a specialist BEFORE handling this product. Section 9. Physical and Chemical Properties Physical state and appearance Solid. Odor Molecular Weight ph (1% soln/water) 36.3 g/mole Taste Color Boiling Point Melting Point Critical Temperature Specific Gravity 2.1 (Water = 1) Vapor Pressure Vapor Density Volatility Odor Threshold Water/Oil Dist. Coeff. Ionicity (in Water) Dispersion Properties Solubility Section 1. Stability and Data Stability Instability Temperature Conditions of Instability Incompatibility with various substances Corrosivity The product is stable. Incompatible materials Reactive with acids.

4 Sodium Tetrathionate Dihydrate Page Number: 4 Incompatible with strong acids. Corrosivity Polymerization Will not occur. Section 11. Toxicological Information Routes of Entry Toxicity to Animals Chronic Effects on Humans Other Toxic Effects on Humans Toxicity to Animals Chronic Effects on Humans other Toxic Effects on Humans Inhalation. Ingestion. LD5: LC5: May cause damage to the following organs: Urinary System. Hazardous in case of skin contact (irritant), of ingestion, of inhalation (lung irritant). Acute Potential Health Effects: Skin: May cause skin irritation. Eyes: Dust may cause eye irritation. Inhalation: Dust may cause respiratory tract irritation. Ingestion: May cause irritation of the gastrointestinal tract. Large doses may cause violent colic and diarrhea, circulatory disturbances, and may affect the central nervous system (CNS depression). May also affect the urinary system. Chronic Potential Health Effects: no information found at this time. The toxicological properties of this substance have not been fully investigated. Section 12. Ecological Information Ecotoxicity BOD5 and COD Products of Biodegradation Toxicity of the Products of Biodegradation the Products of Biodegradation Possibly hazardous short term degradation products are not likely. However, long term degradation products may arise. The product itself and its products of degradation are not toxic. Section 13. Disposal Considerations Waste Disposal Waste must be disposed of in accordance with federal, state and local environmental control regulations.

5 Sodium Tetrathionate Dihydrate Page Number: 5 Section 14. Transport Information DOT Classification Identification Not a DOT controlled material (United States). Special Provisions for Transport DOT Section 15. Other Regulatory Information and Pictograms Federal and State Regulations TSCA 8(b) inventory: No products were found. California Proposition 65 Warnings Other Regulations EINECS: This product is on the European Inventory of Existing Commercial Chemical Substances. Other Classifications WHMIS (Canada) Not controlled under WHMIS (Canada). DSCL (EEC) R36/37/38- Irritating to eyes, respiratory system and skin. S26- In case of contact with eyes, rinse immediately with plenty of water and seek medical advice. S36- Wear suitable protective clothing. HMIS (U.S.A.) Health Hazard Fire Hazard Personal Protection 2 E National Fire Protection Association (U.S.A.) Health 2 Flammability Specific hazard WHMIS (Canada) DSCL (Europe) TDG (Canada) ADR (Europe)

6 Sodium Tetrathionate Dihydrate Page Number: 6 Protective Equipment Gloves. Lab coat. Dust respirator. Be sure to use an approved/certified respirator or equivalent. Splash goggles. Section 16. Other Information MSDS Code References Other Special Considerations S4561 Validated by Sonia Owen on 8/11/26. Verified by Sonia Owen. Printed 9/13/26. CALL (31) Notice to Reader All chemicals may pose unknown hazards and should be used with caution. This Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS) applies only to the material as packaged. If this product is combined with other materials, deteriorates, or becomes contaminated, it may pose hazards not mentioned in this MSDS. It shall be the user's responsibility to develop proper methods of handling and personal protection based on the actual conditions of use. While this MSDS is based on technical data judged to be reliable, Spectrum Quality Products, Inc. assumes no responsibility for the completeness or accuracy of the information contained herein.